Expand English Vocabulary through Media

Expand English Vocabulary through Media
What are the English newspapers?
There are 10 apps and British and American news outlets to read for…
To learn English easily, Generations voyage has put together a list of 10 British and American newspapers to read to improve your English

1. BBC News / BBC World News

The British Broadcasting Corporation (or BBC for short) is the world’s oldest and largest broadcasting organization, with almost 23,000 employees. Known for neutral reporting positions, her articles are easy to understand and often quite short. Best of all, it offers many interesting videos.

The BBC World News channel is also worth a look – it offers the same quality of TV reporting and is available almost anywhere in the world.
2. Channel 4 News

English dialect: British

If you like politics, the UK’s Channel 4 news program is for you. Reputedly impartial, it tackles some difficult subjects that other British news channels neglect. The language is a little more complex, due to its extensive political and economic reporting, but it’s worth the effort if you’re up for the challenge.
3. Sky News

English dialect: British

This UK news channel is modeled after the US news format, so it’s generally louder and more entertaining than… say… BBC World News, although it doesn’t cover as much often controversial or difficult topics; the language is easy to understand and the presenters have different British accents.

It is therefore an ideal channel to discover the different pronunciations of English in the United Kingdom.
4. Al Jazeera

English dialect: multiple
Al Jazeera (“the island”, in Arabic) is a network of news television channels, based in Qatar, which covers current issues around the world.

Its presenters are also from all over the world with various accents, including British, American, Australian, South African and more – a great way to familiarize you with different dialects while getting a unique perspective on current affairs international.
5. Huff-post

English dialect: American

For a more casual look at current affairs, Huff-Post (formerly Huffington Post) is one of the most popular choices. His liberal political stance means that he is not afraid to tackle controversial themes that coexist alongside a multitude of lighter subjects – from television shows to showbiz – therefore using clear, easy to understand and amusing language.
6. CNN

English dialect: American

Although it is not the oldest American television news network, CNN remains the cornerstone of current affairs throughout America and the rest of the world. It was the first television channel to offer continuous news broadcasts 24 hours a day and often broadcasts bulletins on a loop, allowing you to practice your English by hearing the same sentences repeated.

CNN’s anchors and reporters come from all over the world, which is great for practicing your listening comprehension. Be sure to also check out CNN’s website as well as its app – both are detailed and well done.
7. vice News.Com

English dialect: Canadian
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Vice is a magazine, online and in print, that combines the latest world news with informal articles, graphics, videos and more. The website, which is super nice, is clear, so simple and pleasant to navigate – but be careful with the localized versions, because it’s the English text that interests you, right?
8. Quartz App

English dialect: all
This super cool app sends you the latest headlines via SMS which you can respond to for more information. It’s the perfect way to get a quick overview of the day’s most interesting stories, while practicing your English while you’re at it. The tone is really informal, so ideal for those who struggle to understand more complex stories on other channels.

The information is also updated several times a day, so you can view it at the start and end of your day
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9. Digital Spy

English dialect: British

Digital Spy has become the leading source of British entertainment programming, with funny and informal titles from the world of showbiz. It’s particularly useful if you live in the UK and want to know what everyone is talking about.
10. The New York Times

English dialect: American

Few media outlets are as prestigious as the famous New York Times. Founded in 1851, for a century and a half, it has informed the United States and the world with its most important headlines and comprehensive news coverage. It is accessible to all learners of English, but probably better suited to those who have mastered slightly more complicated vocabulary.

If you’re a print fan, the New York Times is available in classic print almost anywhere in the world – it’s your chicest breakfast companion.